Balans Takes a Trip Down South

Total number of Balans Cafés in Miami: 5
Number of those now open in Kendall: 1
Total amount of times you reread the word “Kendall”: at least 3
Indonesian noodles and short rib on the menu: some
Outdoor patios: 1
Beers you’ll enjoy on said patio: counting is overrated

Sunday

MARKET WATCH

El Mini Market Finds a New Home

Once upon a time, there lived a pop-up indie market. It was a happy little market, but something was
missing. “What I require,” said the market, “is a barbecue dance party to accompany my wares. One with
’80s music, corn dogs and sangria.” And so it was.

Monday

Cut to this Monday. You’re at Grand Central, quads in hand. A stream of leisure-suited skaters freestyling
around the floor. It’s just the kind of scene where you’d find an original Studio 54 DJ spinning some
vinyl. Oh, and look. There he is. The time to start practicing your finger-gun salute is now.

Wednesday

PLAYING WITH FIRE

A Party of Fire and Ice at 15th & Vine

Brazilian margaritas. A charcuterie bar. Ice luges and fire pits. Yep, just another Wednesday at 15th &
Vine. That’s because they’re taking over your favorite midweek day with a fire-and-ice-themed soiree set
to some live music. Flame-retardant pants wouldn’t be entirely out of place here.

BBQ and Bourbon. Thanks, The Dutch.

Summers are made for two things: bourbon and barbecues. Conveniently, the Dutch is hosting a weekly
grill-out throughout the month of July. The first one: an all-American affair with smoked beef brisket,
mackerel sandwiches and $40 summer punch bowls. And bourbon. Definitely bourbon.